DN750 · Level 8 · 3 years

Social Policy and Sociology

University College Dublin (NUI) · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

440

Up 72 points since 2023 (368).

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About this course

A degree combining social policy and sociology. It looks at how societies work and how governments respond to problems like poverty, housing and inequality.

How long
3 years
What you study
First year covers social policy, sociology, Irish society, social problems, psychology and an introduction to social work. In second and third year you follow a pathway: Social Work and Social Professions, Society and Public Policy, or Work, Organisations and People. You learn research methods and policy analysis, and finish with a capstone assignment on a topic you choose.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in policy analysis, journalism, social work, community work, human resources and the civil and public service, and can take the Professional Masters in Social Work to qualify as a social worker.
Who it suits
Suits students who care about social issues and fairness and enjoy reading, discussion and research.

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About Social and behavioural sciences

Study of human behavior, psychology, and society

Examine human behavior, social interactions, and societal structures. These degrees focus on understanding how individuals and groups think, feel, and behave, as well as how social, cultural, economic, and political factors influence behavior and society. E.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminology.

Points history

2023368202441020254322026440

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026440Published after the final round
2025 432432455
2024 410410443
2023 368368429

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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